Immune Support for Viral Resistance

Based on research data and 40 collective years of clinical practice, the following briefly summarizes our recommendations for optimizing immune function and avoiding viral illness.
In health,   Dr. Kim Nearpass & Dr. Justin Pollack
Practice basic safety during a pandemic

• Wear a mask when recommended.
• Wash your hands with regular, chemical-free soap.
• Physically distance when recommended, but stay connected. Social interaction is essential for happiness and health. Hugs are safe and beneficial.
• Respect and protect those at highest risk.

Lifestyle

• Adequate sleep: 7-9 hours nightly.
• Fresh air and sunshine
• Movement/moderate exercise
• Self-care and stress management
• Engage with nature

Nutrition

• Hydrate!
• Anti-inflammatory, whole foods diet
• Avoid sugar, high-fructose corn syrup and excessive alcohol
• Increase garlic, onions, green tea, colorful fruits & veggies, mushrooms, turmeric and fermented foods

Supplements

• Vitamin D3: 5,000-6,000 iu (or 125-150 mcg) daily
• Vitamin C: 1,000 mg, 2-3 times daily
• Melatonin: 1-10 mg before bed
• Zinc: 30-50 mg
• Botanicals such as elderberry, echinacea, goldenseal, astragalus, reishi
• Probiotics: Lactobacillus & Bifido bacterum

Home treatments

• Steam inhalation (add a drop of essential oil)
• Warming socks
• Nasal lavage
• Constitutional hydrotherapy
• Sauna
• Garlic feet